Brilliant! I loved the live talent. Also, I really enjoyed the kitchen scene built with lifelike mannequins. It makes it easier to imagine how things were at the time. I do enjoy houses that have furniture as opposed to those with empty rooms. The sunset from the castle was spectacular. I recommend the Explorer pass. I went to at least 4 or 5 castles, which well and truly covered the initial cost.

Sterling Castle is well worth the visit. Free tour included in your ticket, lasting approximately 55 minutes. Nice gift shop and cafe on site. It was nice to be able to explore both the outside and inside. Neat set of rooms that are focused on kids (educational and interesting and interactive). Booked online in parking lot to save £2, but did not book in advance. Website will tell you how many tickets are left for the time you wish to visit, which is likely important if it's weekend and/or July/August

We loved this castle. The gardens are beautiful. In the palace apartments there were people dressed in period costumes as nobleman, a musician and a security guard. The musician was playing the lute and was quite good. This really helped to bring the history to life. We were able to self guide through the buildings. It was a wonderful experience.

Stirling castle is of great historical importance and well worth a visit. There is parking at the castle but can get busy. They usually have entertainment on for families to enjoy and there is a lot of focus on kids entertainment. There are places to eat and there is wheelchair access to all ground level aspects of the castle along with certain areas with lifts. Highly recommend a visit to the castle as there is something for everyone to either learn or enjoy.

Brilliant place to visit. Lots to see. Guides are very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Spoke as we walked past asking if we were enjoying our day, had we any questions.The military museum was thought provoking. The rest of the rooms we beautifully restored. So much history within the walls. Ate in the cafe, food was good, but not cheap.

One of the best castles I've been to. Perfect balance of old buildings that have stood the test of time, blended with re-creations spread through the castle rooms. The free guided tours are very popular too. As for the views, it's easy to see why the location of the castle was so important.

Very busy, and with poor crowd control in places, and the cafe had literally nothing for those of us with dietary needs. Still, their loss was the gain of the much nicer lovely old town cafe just down the road. Advertised outside at £15 a ticket but £19 I think it was at the ticket office. Just glad we could use our English heritage membership as that's a lot of cash for a family otherwise! In terms of the castle, there were interesting things to see, with mostly interesting exhibitions. The kitchen was particularly interesting, and the gardens were nice. Great views from the top!

Nice place for a day trip from Edinburgh. The town is lovely as well. I recommend bringing some picnic food and having lunch outside to break up exploring the castle. You save a bit of money if you buy tickets in advance online.

Lots if hills and stairs. Loved everything about the place. Gift shop and cafe. Staff is helpful and friendly and serious about story telling. Graveyard at bottom is amazing. Buy ticket online for 2p off and timed entry

Loved the interactive sessions inside the palace. Good music and explanations by the performers about the history of the 15th century castle. So different from the usual 'Buckingham type' palace where they charge you for every single thing. Also, this place has more historical importance than Edinburgh castle and Mary Queen of Scots lived her childhood years here. I highly recommend this place.

Top notch tourist attractions. Love this castle and truly lots to see. The view is worth th. The price alone. Price is high but it is worth it. A total national treasure, I loved my visit there in October. Joint Most beautiful and interesting setting in Scotland. It is tied with Edinburgh Castle.

A fantastic day out! We had a beautiful sunny morning (not all that common in Scotland) and a fantastic tour guide leading us through the Castle. Spent a few hours there as there was so much to experience.

An absolutely superb historical castle experience. The only complaint is the 4 hour limit we had on the car park. The Royal Palace is amazing with the interactive guides and all the displays. The gardens are beautiful and the views of Stirling are breathtaking. The gift shops are well stocked with a good variety of items although there is a lot of tourist stuff, and it’s on the expensive side. The catering was a bit chaotic, but it was busy. The food was good but nothing special and as you would expect a bit pricey. There’s ticket options of online booking in advance or pay at the gate. There’s an electronic ticket collection point at the entrance. We paid on the gate, it took about 15 minutes because the first ticket machine in the office didn’t work. Overall,it’s a great place to visit, you know it’s going to be expensive, but with the car park time limit and almost £20 each to get in. Is that value for money?? We only viewed two thirds of the attractions due to the time limit, and then there’s the grounds outside the castle.

We visited the castle for Unicorn Day and it did not disappoint! We started with a guided tour, which was about an hour. Our guide, Tricia, did an amazing job of leading us through the castle’s history and making the past feel more real. We spent some time after the tour looking through some of the other spaces. The setup in the historic kitchen is very nice. As for the unicorns, they were adorable! I couldn’t ride on, for good reason, but we could get fairly close. All of the kids there were so excited. It was fun watching their faces light up. Wished we could’ve stayed longer.

Amazing amount of information available here. A beautiful well looked after Castle. Very friendly and helpful staff, very informative and very interactive with visiting kids (not that we have any). Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders museum within is also very informative. The cafe could do with more hot choices on a winters day though.

This is a must see for everyone especially fans of outlander as this very famous castle was used as a filming location. Of course it has historical importance which can be seen by its magnificent architecture. What I really enjoyed were the chats with the actors in each area that were really well versed in the castle's history. The views are also wonderful. There are some small museums too with some interesting exhibitions. Definitely should be on your list. If you aren't renting a car, there are many bus companies that include Stirling castle.

Glad to be able to use our English Heritage membership for this great castle. The history is laid out beautifully for all and the number of different locations, displays and exhibits made it a great day out. And that was before descending into the town's other incredible buildings & architecture.

Had a fantastic experience, lots to see and do and we easily spent over 3 hours and still didn't get round everything. Price was very reasonable considering. As well as all the castle grounds we explored the museum, the Tapestry exhibition and the much more. Well worth a visit.

Worth a visit if you don't mind 1000's of people walking around. Go early. Lots of parking in the town and surrounding roads and inside the castle grounds. Great views from the walls. Able to walk all around the castle walls. Relatively young castle compared to others in Scotland. Worth a visit though. Stirling town is quite nice to walk around too.

When we stayed in Edinburgh, we rented a car and took a day trip to visit Stirling Castle. We did not buy tickets in advance, and had no problem getting any at the ticket booth. And it was not a long wait. We personally did have a limited time here, unfortunately. If you do go be sure you have enough time here and are not rushed. We were there for about an hour and we were able to get through most of what we wanted to. The view from here is absolutely beautiful! You can drive your car up and there is a parking lot (car park). You do have to pay to park though. Make sure you get there early enough to get parking because it filled up fast. They had bathrooms there that were clean. And of course there were gift shops, which are always fun to check out.

Stirling Castle is a favorite of ours- I feel the site is very well balanced in terms of who it caters to and subject matter. Aside from having the best views, sweeping skies across all of the area- take your time inside its walls as well! Plenty for our 7-11yr old kids to read and interact with, and plenty for the adults as well. Older history of the castle, clans, lifestyles and battles can be learned- but also the military museum is here with more recent history, all included with your admission. Art and culture explained in great detail, style and flair, religion and of course drama- highly recommend a day trip to Stirling!

We went to the castle on a weekend. The worry was that there wouldn’t be enough parking for our slot starting at 11:00 . We reached there and the drive was pretty good and found parking spots . It was very well managed. The castle itself is amazing, we were there for nearly 3-4 hours and I couldn’t believe how many things were there to see inside the castle From the wonderfully preserved rooms to all the exhibitions this was truly an amazing trip. It’s a stunning castle with a lot to do and I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to go.

I loved spending time at Stirling Castle. It really took me back in time and allowed me to better understand a bit better the roots of Scotland. It has plenty of parking spots (at a 4 pounds charge) and everybody in Castle’s crew were very polite and friendly. Ticket is 20 pounds and will give access to the full range experience within the castle (a must have). Prepare to spend at least 2 hours within.

Buy tickets online and save a few quid. On street parking available with four hours free or can pay 4 pound to park on grounds. Castle is full of history and well maintained. Enjoyed our visit and in a few rooms they have people in character which is good giving a brief but detailed descriptions of the rooms and history of the castle. Good value for money you can have a guided tour but we just did it at our own pace.

Lovely castle and worth the quick hop on a train from Edinburgh. There's a lot to see and explore plus you can eat at a Cafe in a Castle. Super fun experience after they've done an incredible job in repairing and bringing the castle back to what it looked like.

This was a fantastic part of my trip. So much information! I was told to book ahead, and I did. I went even earlier than planned. There are so many artifacts to look at. Beautiful walking areas, the stone castle is gorgeous. All the workers were fantastic and helpful, there are even free tours. They have it set up easy to follow, signs and directions. Good rest stops, signs easy to read to learn, audio is available. Because of the paths, bricks, etc wear good shoes. I think everyone who visits, should see this! Special and memorable!

My visit to Stirling Castle was truly enchanting! Stepping through its historic gates felt like journeying back in time. The stunning architecture, panoramic views, and rich heritage captivated my senses. A must-visit for anyone seeking a taste of Scotland's regal past and breathtaking beauty.

Interesting historic castle,crucially for the time period 1300 to 1600. Free 70 min tour is included in the ticket price and highly recommended. The interior of the castle is nicely prepared. From the outside not so many nice photo locations (other than Edinburgh castle). Recommended visit

Very interesting and historic castle. It is definitely worth a visit and I can only recommend it to everybode who is in the area. For the parking, one ticket with audio guide I paid 26.50 pounds. I roamed around the castle and the audio guide gives plenty of information about all the kings and Queen Mary. The parking is huge and you can drive up the hill all the way to the castle.

Awesome Castle with the best Scottish history behind it. Set atop a massive crag towering over Stirling the Castle has loads of interactive stuff for the kids. There are guides in every part of the castle and even my four year old was enthralled! Over a thousand years of history laid out!

Husband and I visited during our Scotland castle tour and Stirling Castle does not disappoint! There is so much history here and it’s worth the stop. We initially planned two hours to explore and ended up staying for three and a half hours! You do have to pay £4 for parking and it’s only good for four hours. Keep this in mind! The staff is so kind and you can ask them any questions about the history of the castle. We spent quite a bit of time talking to them about unknown facts and really enjoyed asking questions. Make sure you look for Mary Queen of Scot’s lookout. She was too short to see over the walls as a child so they cut a little hole for her! This is a must visit and I highly recommend it! We got the Scotland Explorer Pass and this was included. You do have to book an entrance time, but it s very easy to do online.

Phenomenal view of Stirling. Must experience the climb to thr top. Simply take it one step at a time.

Fantastic monument. Been waiting 2 years to visit this place and it was worth it. Can also purchase tickets online. Very easy. The hike up the hill on foot is fun(for me) as there are boards with some fun reading material and education. The monument alone is worth the trip. The spiral stairs to the top is tight so be aware. Each floor(4) has its own theme as described in the website. Toilet is at the entrance. There is also a shuttle bus to take you to the top if needed. All in all, 100% worth it! Backstory: we stayed in Edinburgh and make a quick 57 min train ride to Stirling. An hour or so walk from the train station to the monument. You also can pass through the original site of the Battle of Stirling Bridge. That was amazing to see. Cheers!

We went in the afternoon were maybe we should have gone in the morning with fresh legs. The car park was very busy but we did manage to find a space. At the bottom of the hill there is a gift shop, toilets and a cafeteria. We used the free minibus to get up the hill, it has it’s own stop in the car park and pulls up outside the front entrance of the monument. There’s another gift shop inside the monument. When we went there was a guide outside giving an historical talk about Wallace and the monument, he was dressed in period costume and made the talk interesting. Photos were allowed when he finished his talk. Great place to visit, more to do than we thought. Great views.

A very nice monument with a lot of history attached. Give yourself at least 2 hours to see the monument. Some nice views from the walk-up the monument. The rooms are full of interesting facts and tell the history of Scotland. A free mini bus takes you from the car park to the gates of the monument. Or you can walk up the hill. It is quite steep in places and will take about 20 mins to walk . The views from the top are amazing and even more so as you go into the monument.

Great place to visit. Easy parking and either get the shuttle bus or walk to the Monument The walk is steep but good exercise and some nice views. The Monument itself has three 'landings' to break the climb to the top where you can catch your breath and explore some of the history. The views from the top are magnificent and worth the effort

A superb walk up to the monument through the woods, with sculptures and carvings along the way. For those who choose not to, or not able to, walk there is an excellent free shuttle bus from the extensive car parking area. There is a spiral stone staircase within the monument which would be hard to do for those with mobility issues, but is a good audio visual display of the upper chambers in the ground floor area of the monument for those who can't make the climb. The views from the top of the hill are fantastic. There are two very good gift shops, one at the parking area and one in the monument, with totally different things in each. There is also a very roomy cafe in the car parking area with some very tasty cakes.

The monument is a great experience for children and adults alike: the building itself is incredibly impressive, the exhibition is spread over three rooms and is state of the art. There are special offers for children, designing your own coat of arms is simply fun. When climbing the monument, it can get very crowded on the stairs, and you should also be good on your feet. By the way, the scones at the café are really delicious!

Fabulous place to visit, there's a shuttle bus to take you to the Monument, the walk up is interesting,,loads of wood carvings with interaction and stories. The Monument is a great experience and wonderful views at the top. A great attraction for tourists and a must for Scots. Try and catch the "reenactment of Wallace". The staff are friendly and helpful.

Great day out with spectacular views and to learn a little about Scotlands history. Parking area available at the bottom and the walk to the monument was not too bad , on average about 10 minutes and you don't have to be super fit . The climb to the top of the monument is narrow, single file only, but you get to stop off at 3 different floors which provide information about the battle of Stirling Bridge etc including the spectacular views from the top. In my opinion great value for money , a chance to learn about Scotland's heroes and well worth the day out.

Well worth the uphill hike. Narrow stairways were a bit scary inside, so not for those scared of heights or close spaces.... Make sure to stay for one of the live performances! Very fun.

Location is beautiful, free shuttle to the top and down, it is a bit of a wait as the mini bus can only hold 8 people at a time. The walk down us beautiful. Nice shop and cafe on site. Entrance to the monument by is £11.50, which we decided not to pay. But walked around the monument and the view is beautiful.

Plenty of steps to climb,246 to be exact. Don't worry though there are rooms with exhibitions on the way up to grab a rest. It is a spiral stone staircase and is the only way up and down the monument so can be a bit of a squeeze when you meet others. Once at the top take in the views from every angle and make sure your camera has plenty charge for all the pictures lol.

Amazing site. Magnificent example of design and construction abilities. Very tall and slim building. More than 200 steps within a pretty narrow staircase. 3 Chambers full of extremely interesting exhibits. The most spectacular view from the top viewing floor which is the biggest surprise of this building design. True treasure worth visiting. Very cosy coffee shop at the bottom of the estate. Fast and reliable shuttle service to the top of the hill who require it. One of the best site in Scotland.

Awesome place to visit if you don't mind heights or are claustrophobic. The stairs inside are very narrow and as you ascend there are others descending. The displays are interesting and the staff are friendly and are happy to share stories of the monument. The views from the top are amazing. I was glad of the shuttle bus to and from the monument as it was very hot the day we visited and it was a wee trek on foot.

Very interesting place to visit if you love Scottish history. You can catch the free mini bus to the top of the hill or walk. The climb up to the top of the monument is a bit demanding but there is a welcome rest on each floor and the view once you reach the top is worth it.

If you would like to see something other than castles, this is a great place. You could go to the top and see a beautiful view of Stirling. There are fun but educational games to play. Kids will love that, even us adults enjoyed playing.

The monument is an incredible piece of architecture, the more you look the more details and patterns you spot on the exterior. Inside the monument itself is a vending machine and a couple of sofas for resting. The stairs up to the "crown" are narrow, spiral in nature and honestly if you meet someone going in the opposite direction quite frightening! The views from the top however are breathtaking. There are also three rooms with exhibitions, which are nice but nothing too special (designing your own coat of arms was cool though). Although I doubt I'll climb that stairwell again , I am glad I saw the views and would to visit again just to enjoy the building itself Also don't forget to check out the shop, some really nice items for sale.

Not for people who are afraid of heights. You can walk up the hill or drive via bus. Then you can climb up the stairs to the top of the monument for an incredible view over Stirling

Hill to walk up to national Wallace or catch a free shuttle bus. Had a toddler so we catch a bus. The way I see it is a beautiful woodland to walk up and down. The wait for the bus is believed to be every 20-30 minutes. Once I arrive there are tickets to attend. Once paid we went and started our first step. Straight up normal then it starts to twirl like a lighthouse. The first floor was a little disappointing, for a toddler however it is great for those who are interested in listening about the history. Up we go again to the next floor is all the important people of the history in Scotland. The next floor is the land history and then weapons include Robert the Bruce duplicate sword. Then finally the top floor is the outside views which was amazing but cold on the day we arrived. It also best comes on quiet time as the stairs are very tight in a two way system, stay on your right at all times. The prices are good value to visit especially under ages 5

This tower can be seen from miles around. Visit via free shuttle mini bus to the top of the hill. Free short show/ explanation from a guy in costume outside the tower. That was very good. Then climb the steps up to the exhibition which is on 3 levels. I found it a bit scary meeting people coming down the same stone circular stairway but it was just wide enough. Many exhibits and a fab view from the top of the area where the battle took place which is now a rugby field.

Free to visit the monument, if you want a tour inside you need to book ahead. It's a small hike up, that took me 20 minutes to go up. Beautiful walk, there are statues to see along the way and art. Beautiful peice of history.

Walked from the car park up to the Monument, there is also a shuttle bus, then climbed to the top of the Monument stopping off at each floor to view information about the history of the Battle of Stirling Bridge and interactive create your own family crest is fun, kids and adults alike seem to be enjoying it and you can take your photo next to your created family crest. Views from top on clear day amazing and you can see Stirling Castle perched above the town on the opposite side of the valley.

We just had the best time here. My 4 year old thought it was the best day ever. Please remember there is about a 15 minute walk from the car park to the monument so allow time for that if you have a booking. The different floors in the monument are really interactive and the view from the top was worth the 246 steps. We went to Stirling Castle shortly after our visit and made a day of it in Stirling. Followed by lunch at River House which I also recommend!

The experience visiting the monument was, in all, satisfactory. It may have been a bit too expensive for what you get inside, but definitely the views from the crown at the top can't compare to any other ones (better than from the castle, I'd say). I did my way up and down on foot, even though there is a free bus ride option. And I am glad of my choice, since it was very enjoyable, even for a not so warm day. There are different paths you can follow. I'd say that they could be better marked (poor signage, in my opinion).

Wallace monument was a fantastic experience. Took about 15 mins by foot to get to the base of monument from the parking lot. Pretty steep in some places but a great little hike. There's a shuttle van as well. It was awesome to learn more of the history through videos and writings in the monument. The view from the top was incredible. Especially after seeing and learning about the geography of the iconic battle in the tower itself, looking down from the tower was amazing. 360 views and exhilarating on a windy day.

We were staying at the Gokden Lion hotel on King Street and could see the NWM in the distance so after a quick Google maps look we set off on foot , it took about 50 mins and then we arrived at the bottom car park / cafe and saw a courtesy bus to takeyou the last part of the way up the steep hill ..... we preceded on foot and it was a bit of a challenge at times as it is a bit steep at times so if you're unsure then catch the bus. So now we are at the monument and what a sight it is , magnificent! Tickets purchased and we're advised to stay to the right on the way up & down. The initial steps upto the spiral staircase are wide enough but then it gets a bit narrower and steeper but we press on. It is about 75 steps to the first of the floors / gallery's. All in a different theme with lots of information, well presented and very interesting. So after this it's to the roof top 360degree viewing area. .Absolutely stunning views across Stirling and surrounding areas. The architecture and stonemasons skills are outstanding and a fitting tribute the military commander. A supetb visit and if I can give one tip it would be to arrive early ( we git there 10.15 ish and it was already getting busy and I can imagine it getting very busy later on which could make the spiral staircase a bit uncomfortable. When visiting Stirling this is a must see.

We loved our visit here in April 2023. Some areas were being actively worked on and were inaccessible. The audio tour was a lot of fun--included some sound from Monty Python's Quest for the Holy Grail, which shot several scenes here.

Great visit, so good I have been more than once. Audio tour is included in ticket price. Its part of the TV series Outlander tour. There are stairs in the castle some of them are a wee bit tight. Good souvenir shop. Great value. Parking available.

If you're a Monty Python fan of a fan of the TV series Outlander, then you simply must go. I got an audio guide for my tour of the castle. Tip: If your hearing isn't quite up to scratch or you don't want to disturb others, take a pair of plug-in single pin headphones. I didn't know that before I went, and they would have been helpful. Of course, you don't need to have them as the speaker is perfectly fine. The castle itself, while perhaps not as grand as Stirling or Edinburgh castles, is still a must-see.

Very impressive castle - didn't get to tour as we were too late. Still very nice walk around. Also, neat to learn that there was a Roman fort nearby. Didn't know they got this far north!

This review is just for the walk around the caste as we didn’t actually go in it. Around the castle is indeed lovey and there are plenty of spaces for a picnic or just a walk. There is a little sandy bit by the river that is especially nice. You can park the car in the town (free parking) and the walk over to the castle area is nice too with the river and fields. There seems to be quite a few dogs walkers and families which was perfect for us. Our 13, 9 and 4 year old loved the day our and came back muddy and happy.

Used in many films and TV shows. It's a lot more to see than it looks from the outside. Definitely worth a visit. Great little gift shop inside. Be careful turning in to the driveway, its very tight and some people don't pay as good attention.

Doune Castle is a wonderful castle to visit. We're huge Monty Python and the Holy Grail fans so this was a special visit. There is currently preservation efforts at the castle and a few areas with scaffolding. It's still a nice place to visit. Staff is friendly, dress is casual and prices are fair.

The interior is so well maintained with such a lot of furnishings from the past. Makes you feel that you have walked through time. Grounds are extraordinarily beautiful and the castle itself is magnificent. We were lucky to see the bird show as well.

A most excellent visit to this Castle. It might be small but the history and it's fantastic audio guide is a must for all Monty python fans. With the added short walk by the river, it is so well worth it and highly recommended. Recommend getting there early due to small car park and maybe busy with large tours.

A well maintained Castle where filming for Monty Python and Outlander has taken place. Free Audio guide. We spent around 2 hours exploring the Castle rooms and grounds.

Lovely small castle in a beautiful setting. The audio guide is especially nice because it features stars from Monty Python and Outlander. Also used by Game of Thrones for scenes of Winterfell.

Castle was closed due to having a survey to check the masonry but I still wanted to visit as an Outlander fan. Didn't spend long here just took a few photos and walked down to the river. Staff were friendly at the car park!

Loved visiting here! It was so much fun taking the audio tour and hearing the voices of Monty Python and Outlander characters provide history and fun facts. The gift shop had some great finds and the parking attendants were very helpful as well.

The self guided tour was set up extremely well. Stairs are narrow and steep. The references to Monty Python, Outlander, and Game of Thrones made it lots of fun to tour. Be sure to walk down to the brook, it was charming and soothing to the soul.

If you're a fan of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, you'll recognize my pics. The audio tour by Terry Jones was great, even for my non-fan wife. Oh, yeah. Some Outlander was shot here.

This is such an incredible castle, but I want to tell you that I absolutely do not recommend paying to go inside if you’re doing a tour with Rabbies. They only gave us 50 minutes in which didn’t even give us time to get halfway through the audio guide, i felt like I was ripped off. I recommend doing this but not with Rabbies!

The ancestral home of the Dukes of Albany. Not a large castle but well preserved in parts. There is a one way walk through with audio equipment commentary. Some of the spiral staircases are completely unsuitable for the elderly and infirm. I would suggest asking for advice from resident staff who are helpful,before purchasing tickets.It is £10 to park and enter,£8 for OAP's,a bit steep i felt for the short tour available. In recent decades the castle has become a famous film location,firstly when "Monty Python and the Holy Grail " was partially filmed there.More recently the site was taken over for the filming of the historic fictional" Outlander" still an ongoing production. Worth a visit ,by all means.

Very well preserved,small castle. Good audio tour narrated by Terry Gilliam, that also has a special section about Outlander (audio tour is included in the entry price). Definitely worth a visit. Nice shop with good Monty Python and Outlander souvenirs.

The staff are so so friendly specially Jennet. The castle was so cozy and small, many series were filmed in it. I totally recommend going 💕

Really cool place to visit. Lots of great history and very well done exhibits and audio guides. If you're fans of Monty Python or Outlander this is a must visit location. And they even sell coconuts! (Monty Python fans understand) Really enjoyed our time here.

It’s a tight turn on to a single track road to the castle. The car park is only small but is well kept with marked bays. There’s two free toilets at the back of the building in a container, and a sign for accessible toilets. (Ask the car park attendants). We visited on a wet day, be careful on the wet cobblestones and at the entrance, it can get slightly muddy, although anti slip has been put down to help in places. We took the option of using the free audio tour which has Monty Python and Outlander commentary in the options. Restoration is being done and there are also railings up for safety. The castle is well worth a look, it’s kept well, and is clean and tidy. It takes a couple of hours to do the audio tour and could take longer when it gets busy. There’s a small gift shop. No food or drink for sale but you can take a picnic as there’s a couple of tables to use on a nice day. There are also walks around the outside of the castle to get different views. The cricket pitch behind the village nursery school is on the site of a Roman Fort. There is an information stone in the ground near the road.

I was so excited to see this place!! Highly recommend just taking your time going through the place. I kinda felt bad for all of the people that were on tours. They seemed to have rushed through while listening to the audio guides and didn't even take in everything they were looking at. Definitely a spectacular castle!!

We chose this castle to visit because it was on our way to Glencoe. I didn’t realize at the time that it was used for Outlander or Monty Python, but I was so happy to find that out!! We stopped by with no tickets, but the people there were happy to help us with that. Everyone working there was so very nice. It wasn’t busy so we mostly got to explore by ourselves. They have audio guides that you can use to learn about the castle as you go. A few are voiced by Sam Heugan and the rest are by one of the guys from Monty Python. It was very interesting to learn about, and the castle was so neat!! We ended up spending waaaaay too much in the gift shop, lol, but I’m excited to take back all of the mementos.

Not the biggest castle in the country, but interesting and informative. Staff were friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our visit

A wonderful insight into an important part of Scottish history. The installation within the monument is hauntingly beautiful and creates a special atmosphere. A great visitor centre with good parking facilities. All wheelchair accessible and easy for anyone with any mobility issues. Very helpful and informative staff.

Lovely place to visit, with a huge park. The centre itself has a guide that takes you through the history. A chance to dress up with helmets, swords and shields. Nice cafe and gift shop. Lots of informative boards in the park describing the battle. Huge statue of Robert the Bruce in the grounds, and a monument that they shut the day before we visited, sadly, as it was unsafe, which was a shame, but we'll be back to visit the next time we are in Scotland.

My family and I enjoyed the experience. The guide was entertaining and very informative! The interactive displays and videos were great! I would love to see more museums or historical centers use this type of medium. It really enhances the over experience! Definitely recommend for all ages.

A very modern visitor centre depicting an important piece of Scottish history. As few artefacts of the battle or Robert have been found a modern 3D digital demonstration of the battle is used. If you have the time you can follow this by a 'game' scenario as part of a team fighting the battle. Outside a short walk leads to haunting circular memorial and an imposing statue of Robert the Bruce overlooking the grounds. There are information boards alongside the path, unfortunately these are quite inaccessible for wheelchair users, being gravel filled mesh. There is a pleasant modern cafe inside the visitor centre.

A brilliant area to have a lovely walk with stunning scenery around the area. Fabulous statues from Scottish history & amazing information boards everywhere to learn more about the battle of Bannockburn & how Robert The Bruce & his men defeated the English. For me, I felt a sense of calm walking around the area & was absorbed in all the facts about this battle. There is a lovely wee gift shop selling the usual Scottish gifts & some items are reasonably priced. There is a restaurant/cafe on site but I found this to be quite expensive. £3.00 for a can of coke is extremely expensive. There are no fees to walk around the area. The car park isn't very big for the size of the site. If you're interested in Scottish history, then this site is a must.

Very educational, gives you an insight of the great battle! Lasts an hour and you're free to walk the outdoor grounds thereafter. Awesome views.

I did the tour and it was okay but nothing special. You're mostly watching videos and a guide is showing you the troops movements on a map. So if you're looking to get entertained go for it, especially if you're with kids. If you wanna get further information than it's not necessary to take the tour. Almost the same informations after displayed outside where you can go for free. I didn't book in advance as it's not possible for the same day. Walk ins are possible but you better book in advance.

Tour is interesting. Best arrive 45min of each hour, so can let the wee one take sometime play with costumes. After the tour can go to cafe or walk around the battle field.

We took our grandchildren for a visit and did the Tour which lasted about an hour. The Guide was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed learning about the history. It was great weather, so an ice cream and walk in the grounds afterwards was much enjoyed

A great experience of the Bannockburn Battle. Staff are very knowledgeable. Great access and suitable for wheelchair users - no steps and plenty of space to move around. Also access outside is easy - ramp up to monument. Experience lasts about an hour with time to explore and ask questions. Quite dark and loud with large screens and scenes of the battlefield - could be a little much for the under 5's. Cafe with plenty of space and a few benches outside. Great place and fabulous gift shop!

Arrived on spec to visit at 11:00 but would have had to wait until after 13:00 to take the guided tour and exhibition so would recommend booking in advance if you want the full experience. The public displays are limited but interesting and the battlefield statues and sculptures are interesting. The cafe has a wide selection of food and drink at the expected tourist prices.

Awesome battlefield site. We did not have the time to stay for the tour, but were pleasantly surprised to find that access to the battlefield and monuments was free. Great site that’s easy to walk and see! Super friendly staff!

Great stop over. You can book a tour online, which I recommend. You can walk the grounds for free. This is where the jacobites won against the English. It was led by Robert the Bruce, who was then made King.

The Battle of Bannockburn Exhibition Centre is a historical attraction located in Stirling It commemorates the famous Battle of Bannockburn, which took place in 1314 between the Kingdom of Scotland and the Kingdom of England during the First War of Scottish Independence. The exhibition center offers visitors a chance to learn about the history and significance of the battle through interactive displays, artifacts, and multimedia presentations. You can explore the battlefield through virtual reality experiences, witness the strategies and tactics used by both sides there is great cafe with views looking over the battlefields and monument that part is free to walk around -dogs are welcome there - clean toilets and exhibition shop inside tours should be booked in advance as they are always busy but still lovely if you just want to sit in peace and enjoy the refreshments and warmth wheelchair friendly

We arrived as the centre was closing so we didn’t get in. Great free car park. Well maintained paths to the monuments. Lots of information boards cover the area and give a good insight into the battle, they stir the imagination, well thought out. It’s a popular place for dog walking and would be nice for a picnic with the children. Can’t wait to come back for a full day visit with a re-enactment.

Excellent rainy day spent here today..5/4/24 Been a good few years since we last visited and I have to say it was great. We were booked on the 2pm tour and the guy that did this (so sorry I missed his name) was absolutely brilliant. So knowledgeable but made it so fun and interesting and got all the kids involved too. He was absolute 1st class and to be honest made the day.. great place and will definitely return.

I am giving a 5 star, probably due more to sentiment as I definitely vibed with this place of importance. The gift place is small and doesn't have alot of variety but we did have fun dressing up in the medieval equipment they provided. A moving place to go - be sure to google its history prior or whilst there if you don't know the significance of the sight.

A very worthwhile day out. Interesting tour describing the battle. The surrounding videos were really involving.. Worth the visit

Had a great visit here at the museum and visitor centre. Outside the building they have a large statue of Robert the Bruce. Inside, the visitor centre has a very interactive exhibits with knowledgeable guide staff. Especially like their digital demonstrations inside. There is also a gift store and a mini restaurant/cafe inside.

We visited for a guided tasting in late September. We had a great time. We did the Deanston family tasting, which was educational and fun. We really enjoyed it. It's clear the staff at the distillery take a lot of pride in their whisky and they enjoy sharing it with visitors. The gift shop was lovely too. We brought home a bottle of a distillery exclusive whisky, and we're so glad we get to enjoy a piece of Deanston at home. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth a visit!

We did a tasting (Highlands and Islands) with Sally who was knowledgeable and congenial. It was fun to try several different scotches from around the country. The building is lovely—I wish we’d had time to grab a bite in the cafe. The gift shop is very nice too with some very beautiful and quality souvenirs in addition to their whiskies.

We didn't have time for the tour today but had lunch at the really nice cafeteria and my friend purchased so.e items from the gift shop. A former cotton mill, the site was converted to a distillery in 1966. It now has a world wide reputation for producing quality malt whiskey of many varieties. Situated adjacent to the River Teith. The distillery is a picturesque place, well worth a visit.

My wife brought me the “Warehouse 4 Experience” for my birthday. It was essentially a guided whiskey tasting, which suited me as I’ve done more distillery tours than I can remember. Brian, our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and as warm as the whiskey we tasted. The selection of 3 whiskeys we worked our way through were carefully chosen and straight from the barrel. The journey through the gradually increasing complexity was an absolute joy. One of my favourite distillery experiences. Oh, and free EV charging in the car park was a real bonus.

My wife and I took part in the Deanston Distillery tour led by Adam. The our was informative and really interesting. Adam did a great job leading us and explaining their process. The tour ended in a tasting where we tasted three very distinct whiskys. We followed up the drinks with some lovely soup for lunch at the cafe inside. Be sure to take a walk along the River Teith, which powers the former mill that is now the distillery.

For those on the lookout for an exceptional whiskey distillery tour, I wholeheartedly recommend this destination. Its proximity makes it a convenient choice for a brief yet memorable visit. Our guide, Thomas, was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging, adding greatly to our experience. His expertise in the field of whiskey was evident and enhanced the tour significantly. I'm not one to write reviews on a whim, but I felt compelled to share my genuine enthusiasm and satisfaction with this whiskey tour. It's a must-visit for anyone nearby and interested in a quality experience.

Deanston Distillery was well known on its Bourbon casks maturation whiskies for years. Upon this new visit in Nov 2021, I tried some sherry casks matured whiskies in warehouse tasting, it is amazingly well balanced in flavours, palate, complexity in sherry layers. Good to know that they have great experiments on sherry and bourbon casks marriage for further flavours profile enrichment. The distillation progress of using reflex balls in still shape bringing more copper contacts with new makes further create more fruity flavours to its whiskies. I believe Deanston can bring some more complexity in sherry and bourbon casks whisky in coming years. Well done!

If you're a whisky enthusiast and can only make time to head to one distillery near Edinburgh, choose Deanston. Brian was an excellent guide during the Warehouse 4 tour, and I got to taste some pretty old and unique whiskey. If you're driving, they also are generous with the sample bottles, so you'll be able to bring everything back to the hotel or wherever else. Very easy to recommend.

We enjoyed a great tasting at Deanston. Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun, walking us through our flights. It’s a lovely building and gift shop. The only negative was that they didn’t have any of the mid-sized bottles to purchase of the scotch that we tasted. As we had luggage, just couldn’t accommodate the full size bottles. We were also disappointed that the cafe was closed. All in all though, a very nice experience.

Superb distillery tour by Thomas. Very insightful, informative and knowledgeable tour. Whisky and prices are very good.

We did the Warehouse experience with George, who made the experience wonderful. He gave insight on the aging process and production of their whisky, and we got to taste 3 selections straight from the cask. Thank you George for a great time and thank you Deanston for great whisky made by people who care!

Went for a whisky tasting with the extremely knowledgeable Thomas. We were able to sample generous pours of 5 different whisky’s including 30 year old. Give it a try if you’re in the area.

Best whisky distillery experience I've had to date. We had the warehouse maturation tasting experience, which was excellent value for money. 3 drams of increasingly mature whisky that we were allowed to draw from the cask ourselves (and a branded nosing glass to take home). Helen, our guide, was very knowledgeable and did a great job of answering our many questions and was really warm and helpful from when we entered the distillery until we left. Really really loved this experience.

Brilliant tour . Our Guide Molly was brilliant and really made the whole tour enjoyable with her knowledge of the history of both the actual distillery and of the whisky journey. Brilliant and great cafe to chill at the end.

Popped in on Sunday afternoon while driving through and asked about a tour and tasting, we were pleasantly surprised when we were offered a private tour and tasting. Thomas was an amazing guide and the whiskey was great. I highly recommend booking a tour and spending some time here.

Highlight of our motorcycle trip around the UK was a place I always wanted to see, Loch Lomond. Beautiful day, great scenery and superb nearby facilities made the day all the better for us.

It's beautiful here so many different options to do while visiting, shopping, nature walk in the woods, a stroll on the shore or even a boat ride and if you've the energy then hire a kayak

Such a beautiful location! After a few days camping in various locations around Scotland I was set on spending my last night by the Loch. After several failed attempts at campsites that had no space I was very kindly directed by Luss camp site to Duck Bay Marina where I had the most stunning view of the Loch and wild camped. It really is beautiful, I would recommend using an insect repellent if you don't want to be eaten alive by the midges

Breathtaking! We’ve hiked the length of Loch Lomond and driven it several times and it was stunning each time. Highly recommend hiking and exploring.

Beautiful place.If you catch public transport, you can catch a train from Glasgow city centre and get off at Balloch which is the last stop.Rrally worth it.Fantastic family time

This was our first stop on our scotland trip and one of my favourite The village luss is amazing! Fantastic atmosphere We visited the church too Very welcoming The village was busy and beautiful Cottages were so pretty to look at The gift shop is lovely too I could have spent a full day here

Such a beautiful place to visit, we managed to find the perfect spot for a wee bit of wild camping 🏕 right on the banks of the bonnie Loch Lomond 🥰🫠✨️

Excellent picnic spot, and a lovely family day out. Boating swimming rowing ... All equipment can be rented on the spot. Life jackets provided free of charge if we use their equipment. £0.50 public toilets available. Very reasonable parking charges. Highly recommended for nature lovers

Absolutely fantastic nature spot. Beautiful scenery and lush Green atmosphere. A perfect place to come out of busy city life for some time out. Highly recommended. Make sure you explore all the spots :)

My first visit to this beautiful area was at Easter 2023. I booked accommodation nearby at Dumbarton for my mother and myself to use as a base to explore Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park over the bank holiday weekend. Whilst travelling up we stopped at Cairn Lodge services, deciding immediately that we would also be stopping here on our return journey. The weather was absolutely balmy and so un-traditionally Scottish that I could have done with a pair of shorts!! We only had rain late evening at the end of our last day exploring and for part of our drive back to Cumbria (where rain is the norm too). We worked our way around Loch Lomond exploring the outstanding and beautiful landscapes and wonderful tourists locations, we stopped at a number of eateries and were not at all disappointed. We did the Duck Bay Hotel for an outstanding Mother's Day meal. I have reviewed all of these separately. I would like to make a return visit to explore Loch Lomond by boat and see how the restoration of the Maid of The Loch is going at Balloch.

Once you’re there you’ll be happy that you went! Beautiful part of Scotland!

Filled with serenity and beauty of nature. Great picnic spot, bringing a full picnic basket is highly recommended and then find a nice place to spread the mat and relax. Weather could be unpredictable so parking nearby is helpful. One can also enjoy water sports and a boat ride.

Loch Lomond, a lake located in the Trossachs National Park in Scotland, is definitely worth a visit! It's a beautiful spot with stunning landscapes, and there are plenty of activities to do, such as hiking, cycling, and water sports. As for the cafe and aquarium, it depends on your interests. The Loch Lomond Aquarium, for instance, has a variety of aquatic animals from all over the world, including sharks, otters, and seahorses, making it an interesting visit for marine life enthusiasts. The cafe, on the other hand, offers a cosy spot to relax and enjoy some Scottish delicacies while taking in the picturesque views around Loch Lomond. Overall, if you enjoy nature, outdoor activities, and animal sightings, Loch Lomond, the cafe and the aquarium are definitely worth visiting!

Just beautiful. So peaceful and calming, very cold when we took a dip!

Loch Lomond has been on of my favorite stops so far. Fun fact it was once part of the sea but is now divided by a land mass.

Lovely, stunning, peaceful part of Scotland. Very nice to relax and switch off.

So breathtakingly beautiful. Sitting inside the cruise recommended due to the cold weather.... Clear blue waters, Scottish hills and islands. We enjoyed very much.

Absolutely fantastic nature spot. Beautiful scenery and lush Green atmosphere. A perfect place to come out of busy city life for some time out. Highly recommended. Make sure you explore all the spots :)

One of the most astonishing lakes I’ve ever visited. The lake has many islands, and I absolutely recommend travelling between the islands using local boat transfer system.

Went to loch lomond lake & had a lovely cruise on the loch lomond cruise ship. The tours are for an hour & cost £15 per person & you have to que up to get your ticket. You can buy coffee & snacks on board the ship. A guide is there to tell everyone about loch lomond the lakes & places in scotland & point out things so you get a guided tour & find out so much history about scotland. So many different boats of all sizes with very unusual scottish names. Was a really worthwhile trip on the lake

We cycled to their from Glasgow conferences centre. We liked the views and enjoyed the chippy near by.

Great views from the jail. Lots of information around the Jail. App was also very informative. First half of the tour had a guide-Matthew was brilliant and very knowledgeable. The second half was self guided and gives you a good chance to explore at your own pace. Good value for money.

Walked In and tour was starting in a couple of minutes so didn’t have to wait long and tickets available. You are given audio pack to use after a 30 minute tour which is fantastic. Our guide was David and what a guy he is. Absolutely fantastic really played the characters well and had us all in stitches great sense of humour and a credit to the team. Highly recommend a visit here.

Interesting little visitor attraction with some intriguing history. Situated close to the centre of Stirling and Stirling castle. It's a place worth a visit . Audio guide is a great help and gives a good look into the sites history.

Great afternoon out! The staff were so, so friendly & I loved the free app with audio segments for us to listen to as we went round! Matthew, who took us for the first part of the tour & performance, was just outstanding! He had to switch in to several different characters with just the placement of a hat or the buttoning of a shirt & he really made the experience! They had sanitary towels, etc in the toilets too which is such a small detail to point to here but it was just further proof that they really thought about their guests. There was signs throughout making sure displays were available in multiple languages & there were certainly members of staff who could speak multiple languages too - which is just amazing for making that experience all the more accessible. The views from the top were gorgeous too. We were staying in Edinburgh & drove over to Stirling for it but we clearly need to stay in Stirling sometime soon to explore this beautiful place!

Had an absolutely amazing time at the old town jail. Our tour guide David was awesome he played all the characters so well it felt like you had gone back in time, also had us all laughing soo much. Getting to explore the jail was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve had. Will definitely be returning to do the ghost tour and escape rooms as I get chance to. 10/10 would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you again to David

Absolutely amazing experience. We had Emma in the first part of the tour and she was fantastic. The views from the prison were just amazing, however it would have been nicer to see other parts of the prison.

We decided to visit the jail as the reviews were great. We were staying at the Stirling Highland hotel which was just nearby so decided to pop in and book. The jail is an impressive building on approach. I booked a guided tour for 1045 am and an escape room for 2pm for our party of four. Our guide, Dave, played several roles in different costumes and was informative, knowledgeable and hilarious! His enthusiasm was infectious and undiminished after, I'm sure, giving many tours every day. The displays and audio guides were so interesting. The jail itself was in great condition, (better than many buildings of today.) Our first escape room was fantastic. The story and puzzles were ingenious and Jo, our dungeon master, was on hand to assist with hints and tips. We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure and managed to escape in under 40 minutes. I can see why the reviews were so good; we had a great day out and would recommend this. There are other escape challenges and tours available. Next time we're in Stirling we'll definitely pay it another visit

Interesting audio tour through the jail, either old school with a provided audio guide or via your phone. Lots of information on wall boards too if you don't fancy the audio option. Great view from the top. No cafe but there is a small shop with great merchandise. Would recommend.

Very good interactive guide introduction. Pleasant staff on entry. You have audio guides so do go back when they have finished the talk to start from the beginning, only drawback here is more guided tours appear frequently,( but you can stay in a cell. ! ) A very interesting place and history with a fab rooftop view tower. 360'views of Stirling.

Brilliant visit with lots of information available. Great staff, very friendly. Amazing tour guide (Adam) who brought laughter and life to the history. After the tour, plenty of time to wander and explore yourself. Amazing views from the observation deck.

A brilliant place to visit. The tour guide, David, was very entertaining and informative. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Free parking. Time at the end of the tour to look around and take pictures.

For all the times we have visited Stirling, we've never been to the jail, however, after finding out that they also have escape rooms, we had to book. There were five of us, my wife and I and the three boys. We began with the escape room. You are given one hour to solve the mystery and you are taken upstairs into a really old circular room. The member of staff stays in the room with you and they are there to provide a clue or two, should you require them. We were off to a slow start, then one of my sones cracked a code and we were off! After 40 minutes, we were done. It was good fun, but we were ready for the next challenge and there wasn't one. For the money (it's not cheap), I'd like to see us in more than one room, with maybe other challenges to solve. Don't get me wrong, if you've never done it before, do it once, it's a great laugh. Once the escape room had been completed, we headed to the tour of the jail. It was quite interesting and the guy doing the tour was great, he played multiple characters and he did it well. He interacted with the crowd and made us all laugh. My only disappointment with the tour was, you don't see a lot of the jail. I think there may be other businesses working within the same building, I'm not sure but I had hoped to see more of it. If they had set up some of the cells with either actors who tell the story of their incarceration or mannequins and a voice recording, it could have been better. If you visit, make sure you head upstairs to the outdoor walkway, and then further up again, to the viewpoint. You can see for miles. It is a good day out and I would recommend visiting once but there's not enough to bring you back a second time. Unfortunately, there is no cafe or place to eat, but there are toilets inside and free parking.

Good tour with guide (Adam) who dressed in period costume & acted several characters from the jails past & gave out info from the jails history, well worth a visit for adults & kids

A fabulous visit to the Stirling Old Jail! So lovely to find a day out that my dog can enjoy too! Very entertaining performance from Adam and all the staff. Definitely be back to try the escape room!

We had a fantastic few hours at the jail. David was our awesome guide and really bought things to life and made our tour much more fun. . He made the experience so much more enjoyable than just walking about by ourselves and he was very knowledgeable about the jail and the people who were in there.

Very interesting place to go and visit. Amazing actor playing a couple of different personalities. Tickets were quite expensive, but I would pay again to see it again.

Really enjoyed this tour today. David who does the live guided tour is just amazing. So interesting. The audio tour is very good too and super informative

We had a fantastic time visiting Stirling's Old Town Jail - very informative and very interesting learning about the history of the jail. Our tour guide David was absolutely brilliant!! - very informative and funny! ☺️

My son and I had a fab time at the old town jail. Staff made us and the dog very welcome and enjoyed the history lesson. Definitely recommend to all

A very beautiful church. The staffs are warm and friendly. There are cards and leaflets about the history of the church to read which were very informative. The stained glass were absolutely stunning.

Amazingly historic, to walk in the foot steps of some of the most famous Scot’s in history is amazing. Beautiful and historic. Lovely people working there, really enjoyed chatting to them.

Church of The Holy Rude. Impressive, old, medieval church. The oldest parts are from the 15th Century. The chancel and tower were added in the 16th Century. In Gothic style, the spire is 85 foot high, and contains 6 bells. It has hosted Royal baptisms and coronations. James VI was crowned King Of Scots here in 1567. It was damaged by musket shot during the siege of Stirling Castle in 1651. The church contains many fine stained glass windows. It is still used as an active parish church as well as being a notable historic tourist attraction.

Lovely little church with lots of history. All the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable

Parish church that has been around since the 15th century. Rich with Scottish history. Gorgeous interior. Lovely wood work and stained glass. There is a small entry fee.

My toddler loved visiting this!! (He likes churches at the mo). History of King James and the Bible. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. James was crowned King at 13 months old and so was my baby when we visited!! Very cool.

Like other churches we visited in Scotland, the exterior plainness belies the interior experience. A short walk down from Stirling Castle carpark, this church provided a quiet sanctuary from the castle bustle. Beautiful exposed timber framed roof over the nave and stain glass windows.

Beautiful church with incredible history. Andy was so kind and knowledgeable; he offered to show us around and it made our visit so much enjoyable and meaningful. It was very peaceful, without a lot of other visitors when we went. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience!

The Church of the Holy Rude, adjacent to Stirling Castle, witnessed the coronation of James VI as the King of Scots in 16th century when he was 13 months old. We visited during the Easter holiday, which seems to be the only time the church would open besides the summertime. Not in the grandest monumental scale, yet the tranquil ambient, beautiful architectural details and its historic significance make it a not-to-miss point in Stirling.

The Holy Rude is the medieval parish church in Sterling. The church was founded in 1129 during the reign of David I, but the earliest part of the present church dates from the 15th century. As such, it is the second oldest building in Stirling after Sterling Castle, parts of which date from the later 14th century. The chancel and tower were added in the 16th century.

As you can get free entry as part of your entry to Stirling Castle this is a great place to visit and soak up some of the old history that is part of this building. You can visit the old kitchens and marvel at the space they had to cook and the fact that they were able to feed so many with so little. You can view the headquarters, the rooms and get a feeling for how they must have lived and what it must have been living in those days. Definitely worth a visit

Had a lovely tour guide explain the house and it's history. It has some great features and the restorations are amazing. Not sure it would have been as good without the enthusiasm of our guide, she was very knowledgeable and really interested in history. I can imagine that we might have been underwhelmed if we just wandered about so I highly recommend taking one of the free tours.

I was pretty underwhelmed. There is nothing very unique to see. Admission is included with your ticket to Stirling Castle and it's a good thing because I can't imagine there being any other reason people would visit. I would not go back simply because there is nothing interesting to see. The staff were very nice though and even pointed out the beaver above the front door after I told them I am Canadian.

We had left Sterling Castle and stopped for lunch at the Portcullis when we were stopped on our way down the hill and told about this place. This house has a really rich and interesting history, the guys working there were all really knowledgeable and super nice. This is a must add to your itinerary if you're visiting Sterling.

A 17th century townhouse right next door to Stirling Castle. Like the castle itself, some of the restoration efforts actually undermine the experience by replacing one's imagination of what may have been with a mediocre reproduction. If you're going to Stirling Castle, it's worth taking a 15 minute walkthrough (as others have stated, admission is included with the castle). That said, if you're short on time, I'd prioritized the graveyard at the Church of the Holy Rude instead (across the street).

The toilet is even the same it used to be! Brilliant renovation. My friend told me he slept there once as a backpacker as it was a backpackers hostel. And he told me what has changed and what stayed the same. And all the stories. So interesting.

If you are visiting Stirling Castle you get in for free, you would be daft to turn down the opportunity. It's a lovely building and certainly worth a walk around.

Nice place. We got in for free with the Stirling Castle ticket. Really like It and glad that we didn't miss it.

This museum is included as part of the visitor experience at Stirling Castle. It is a fascinating museum and there are some guides to answer questions. I was delighted to meet a war veteran he was a gentleman. I liked the lay out and it was all so well ordered you will need at least a good hour to appreciate the history of the regiment. It was busy but not too crowded I was so glad I was early as I had time to enjoy and did not feel rushed along by the crowds.

Loved the Museum . The exhibits are superbly detailed. There was also plenty of it-nothing half done about the exhibits or museum in general. The staff were friendly and helpful Was the icing on the cake to a excellent trip out to Stirling Castle on a cold Blustery day..

Fantastic museum of the regiment. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Need at least 2 hours to visit. Highly recommended.

Wonderful museum that gives a great insight into the entire history of the regiment. Seeing as the castle was once home to the regiment it very good place to have such a museum. Has some really amazing exhibits.

The Museum traces over 200 years of one of Scotland’s elite military regiments - The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. The Museum traces the history of the 91st Argyllshire Highlanders and the 93rd Sutherland Highlanders up to the time of their amalgamation in 1881 when they became the 1st and 2nd Battalions of The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regiment and thereafter to the present day. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders was expanded to fifteen battalions during the First World War (1914–1918) and nine during the Second World War (1939–1945). The 1st Battalion served in the 1st Commonwealth Division in the Korean War and gained a high public profile for its role in Aden during 1967.

We looked in the door and what we saw looked very informative and very well presented, but unfortunately for us we did not get time to visit this museum as we had to leave due to the car park restriction of 4 hours. This was not the only section of the castle we missed out on. Hopefully we’ll get to return to Stirling Castle and visit what we missed out on this time.

A wonderful display and a great series of informative Winter lectures held in the museum , well done to all who organise and participate in these events its unique

Fascinating place which is well worth a visit in it's own right, let alone the castle too. Great display and artefacts, I visited in memory of Donald Callaghan who was awarded the Military Medal for his bravery in WW2.

Brilliant castle full of history staff friendly and helpful and professional

** Fitting Tribute to a Legendary Regiment ** Be sure you make it up to the the floor with the colors (flags) and the officers mess.

Beer drinkers’ cosy paradise but also serving cider, gin, vodka and whisky. Pizza served Friday- Sundays. Dog friendly. Occasionally live music. Really friendly staff.

What a fab evening. We got lovely stovies, which were a nice surprise (the rugby was on) Our pizzas were delicious! Great selection of drinks. Douglas & staff were very friendly & helpful. We will be back.

Great to see this place is surviving through covid restrictions. Very friendly staff, very nice beer, very nice atmosphere ( even when nearly empty!).

Only visited for a short while but fell in love with this place. Quirky decor and really interesting beer. Nice chat with a local and friendly bar staff.

Came across this charismatic bar purely by chance when visiting Bridge of Allan one weekday afternoon a few weeks ago. The interior is fantastic but I took the advantage of the sun to sit with a great pint of real ale in the small courtyard. The young woman behind the bar was so friendly and welcoming. Love this place and will definitely return

What a gem! Dogs welcome, great pizzas and incredible beers and ales! My wife and I along with our little sausage dogs had a lovely time, the owner even sat down with us when I asked what he recommended for beers, truly someone who cares! Will most definitely be back and cannot wait to try the jazz band night every month!

On Friday it was great, good bar staff and friendly atmosphere. On Sunday, it was a new member of staff, who didn't know that much, then the owner came in and kicked everyone out at 6pm. The notice boards said 7pm & 10pm on the website. Beers were okay, the 80 shilling was the best beer on tap. If I reviewed on Friday it would have been 5star. A friend even went on Saturday on our recommendation. Sunday was poor, and the 2 star is due to the way everyone was kicked out. Will probably not go back.

Fabulous pub/brewery. Their 6% cider, made with locally produced apples, is outstanding!

Absolutely fantastic pizza, and really great beer as well. It was worth stopping for on our trip. Everybody was very friendly as well. Highly recommend it!

Amazing visit! The team were so friendly and offered great recommendations of drinks. They were also very accommodating of our dogs. Highly recommend for a welcoming atmosphere.

Great atmosphere great beers and the most friendly staff, Douglas is a great host and is only too proud to show off the brewery, his ale's are second to none in my opinion and I have tasted craft beer from the length and breadth of Scotland and this is my go to place every time.

Found this gem of a place in bridge of Allan partner and I visiting must see must visit one of the best wee pubs I have had a local ale in the young guy behind bar was very nice and helpful

Wow! Stunning little gem. Friendly staff and delicious ciders. We attended on the third Sunday off the month which meant we were treated to a jazz band.

I loved this place definitely recommend it. There was live jazz music when I visited on Sunday. It was very busy as this is a very popular event. Staff were very welcoming, impressive range of real ales and bottled beers. They sell gins, whiskies, wines, soft drinks including teas and coffees. The venue is small however it has loads of character and atmosphere. Wish I lived nearer I will definitely be going back when I'm next up in Bridge of Allan. If you love real ale it is a must to visit.

Well after many attempts finally made it back. Didn't disappoint. Great selection tion of ales. Lovely atmosphere. Thank you

Came here for the brewery tour and tasting as a birthday gift, and the beer and cider are really great. The brewery is really tucked away off the main road but it's really a nice spot and it has a lot of character. The beer is barrel conditioned, if I'm remembering the term right, so it's not as carbonated as a typical beer. The red rye has been my favorite. The pizza is delicious, also vegan options, and we have to make it back there to try the green beer, a seasonal favorite.

A lovely afternoon in a lovely spot. Definitely recommend. The staff are lovely, friendly and helpful. Everything was perfect. Especially the stovies 😁

Wonderful experience in both the red kite and woodland studio hides. Lynn and ranger Nicky were amazing. Enthusiastic and knowledgable as well as helpful in advice re equipment and approach. Facilities sich as rest-rooms and visitors centre were 1st class and I will definitely return. Thank you Argaty!

Wat een fijne plek en fijne mensen. We hebben genoten van de verhalen en van de rode wouwen. Goed werk daar en ga ze bezoeken. De 10 pond is het meer dan waard en je steunt daarmee hun prachtige project. Het was wel heel warm die mooie dag in juni. Dus wat last van hittetrilling met fotograferen. Maar het geluid van de Rode wouw. Het is gewoon een mega prachtige ervaring. Dank jullie voor de gastvrijheid (Translated by Google) What a nice place and nice people. We enjoyed the stories and the red kites. Good job there and go visit them. The 10 pounds is more than worth it and you support their wonderful project. It was very hot that beautiful day in June. So some problems with heat vibration when shooting. But the sound of the Red Kite. It's just a mega wonderful experience. Thank you for the hospitality

I had a wonderful day on Saturday 20/04/2024 in the studio hide.. I wanted to practice my wildlife photography and the squirrels and birds came out in force to help me. It was a great experience and I will definitely return to see the Red Kites. I would thoroughly recommend a visit to Argaty Red Kites. Thank you to Lynn and Ollie for making me welcome I hope to see return shortly.

We really enjoyed seeing all the red kites wheeling and diving over the field. The guides were welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. There's lots of other things to see like Red squirrels, deer and beavers (although they are so new you can't see them yet).

Incredible place, extremely lovely people and fantastic birds! Thank you so much for accommodating a wheelchair user and taking us in your farm buggy to see some sheep herding, your dogs are exceptionally well trained.

I had an excellent time here and would thoroughly recommend a visit to any photographers or twitchers, apart from the kites the small birds were plentiful too.

Went on a buggy tour with Niall's on Wheels, which was great fun! Saw plenty of birds and squirrels, and saw a wonderful sheepdog demonstration. Spent a fantastic 4 hours out, highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.

I had a really good time, the guides were extremely friendly and informative and spend a lot of time with us. We definitely felt like it was a true experience from people passionate about what they do. They answered our questions and we all had a wonderful time.

If you want to see kites, go! Had an amazing time watching and learning about them further. Even saw a red squirrel and other interesting birds

What a great place to observe wild animals and birds. Our objective was to see the Red Kites feeding and even in the rain we managed just that and what a special treat it was. The hide from which you watch the feeding is enormous and positioned to take in the sight. The guide was fantastic, polite, friendly and knowledgeable adding numerous facts to ponder, he even put out additional food to attract wild birds prior to feeding the red kites and unbelievably while wild bird watching a red squirrel with quite a dark tail shot across in front of us, lovely. There is a reasonably sized carpark with toilets near the visitors room. A few post cards, pictures, cards with sketches of kites, otters, red squirrels and a book on red kites are for sale. A pre-view video is played prior to heading off for the tour and several information areas on re-wilding in Scotland are available to study. A reasonably priced treat for all the family and some tours are pet friendly. Even though the road to the centre is a single road which is tight in places I totally recommend this facility for a visit.

Absolutely magic place. We got there a bit too early, so unfortunately we couldn't experience the feeding event, but we still managed to get some belting shots of Red Kites. Medium sized carpark next to the visitors centre and toilets. There are activities for the children, such as pond dipping and a mud garden. There are two hides. We only experienced the one at the hilltop, it was large and well kept. It could easily fit 25+ people. Binoculars and bird reference books available to use. Staff are pleasant and eager to talk about the birds, which was very welcome. There is an honesty box for you to make donations and payments, preferred method seems to be cash, but they do have a card payment system at the visitors centre. Please be careful when coming off the A9 and going onto the smaller roads. They are very narrow and passing other vehicles can be a struggle, so please keep your speed low and keep your wits about you. I would definitely recommend it and I hope to get there again in the future.

Despite the heavy rain my wife and I loved our visit today to Argaty Red kites. We saw loads of kites swooping down for the food and they kept on coming. It was also special to see a red squirrel and various birds on the feeders including yellowhammers, great spotted woodpecker and brambling.

I had a wonderful day photographing red squirrels and red kites at Argaty. Lyn was most helpful with advice and made us so welcome. Tom took me up to the squirrel hide and gave lots of tips for getting good images overall a great experience.

Absolutely amazing place!! If you love wildlife, do not hesitate to visit Argaty! Thanks to Nikki and Ollie for the welcome and information. Lots of different hides available. The animal activity was non-stop! I hope to be back in the future.

Had a marvellous experience seeing about 20 red kites feed and then soar against the background of a blue sky and lovely sunshine. Delighted also to see a red squirrel on the bird feeder and a variety of lovely wild birds. Amazing to see the most elegant of herons in flight amongst the kites and then standing in the field. High recommended with informative and interesting commentary provided by Lynn.

Worth the visit if your in area Rob roys grave plus the waterfalls

Quite a unique place really!

Amazing place

(Translated by Google) Absolutely worth visiting (Original) À visiter absolument

Excellent place to wonder. Lots of individual stores/sections all in an open plan, easy access and a multitude of items to see/buy. From furniture, jewelry, art, photography, games, home ware, there is something for all. Cafe does great coffee and cakes, or a main meal lunch, but no light lunches (sandwiches/salads etc). Plenty free parking and public toilets, worth a stop.

Visited this place for the first time. It's a very large area split into small units. Interesting selection of antiques and lots of them. . Cafe was very busy but staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. Food was okay and a little pricey.

An absolutely exquisite place full of all kinds of treasures!! My only critic is that there is not enough staff or there are too many things locked up, one or the other needs to be changed. The staff were often downright rude when customers would ask to see something from one of the many locked cases, and that was only if you managed to find a staff member within half a mile of what you were interested in looking at. It was to the point where, though I'd found many things I wanted to purchase, I couldn't be bothered tracking down a staff member to reluctantly come and unlock the case for me.

Very well-stocked antiques centre with many sections and so much to see and buy. It has a separate area called The Barn which specialises in outdoor antiques too. The attached cafe has delicious food and coffee. Sheep grazing right outside, just separated by fences. Plenty of parking space and clean restrooms. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely huge place - great for a wander around

This might be the most fantastic antique shop I’ve ever been to! I simply can’t believe how big it is? We arrived at around 4.15 and we didn’t have time to look around it all so we’re going back tomorrow! So much interesting and unique stuff & all priced pretty well!

Always a nice day out looking around,can usually find a wee gem, and lovely coffee,

I wasn't at this place to browse antiques, but simply to meet up with a friend at a suitable halfway stage. There is ample free parking and toilet facilities available. We had both coffee and lunch at the little café/ restaurant there. It was excellent.

We visited here and enjoyed our time. The place was full of antiques and we needed to come back because there was so much to see.

Fabulous variety of collectables. Great price range some dear some not so dear. Well worth a visit. Cafe Circa was brilliant. Great food, excellent service. Lovely atmosphere.

Little gem! Warm, cozy, and dog friendly cafe. Delicious food. Excellent customer service! Thank you very much for such a lovely experience. We will definitely be back next time we visit the area.

Seen a lot of things i love here. Great place to visit with some really great unusual things. Also the staff are really nice. I will visit again soon as i have seen something i like.

Such a vibrant place, so many items! Can get quite busy though. But do love coming here! Not far from Doune and Callander 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Wow. This place is fantastic. Its so big inside. So many cool and interesting items. I could spend all day in here. The staff are lovely. We went to the restaurant and it was fantastic. Food was delicious and the staff were so accommodating and welcoming. I would highly reccoment the restaurant even if you are not going for some antiques . Can't wait to go back.

Great place to visit, friendly staff, lots of great things to buy. Nice cafe prices not too bad, friend has got a cadent of fantastic costume jewellery . lots of brilliant bits in cadent . Have just restock't it with 80% new stock last week.

Such a nice place to an afternoon! Great place to wander and find some interesting antiques and them a lovely and very reasonable cafe for a light lunch or a lovely cake!

Not quite what I expected and didn't have much in the areas I am interested in. Food in the cafe was excellent, if pricey.

If you are into antiques or paintings then this is the place to go to, warren of cabinets and alcoves,you could easily spend all day here,there is so much to see and they have a restaurant.

Hate to say it, but Pizzas were pretty rubbish on last 2 visits and staff quite rude. Delivery driver blocked our car in as he laughed and walked away. Poor show Domino's

Best staff. Excellent customer satisfaction whether its delievery or collection at store, the staff behaves very nicely. 5/5 stars

When my pizza came, there was sauce on it that I hadn't ordered. I phoned up and I had the pizza I had ordered within 20 mins and it was incredible! Mistakes happen and they handled this one extremely well. Very friendly customer service.

Great customer service, they made sure what I ordered was Gluten-free! After a short wait i enjoyed my pizza! I wouldn't have thought it was GF it was delicious 😋

Great service! Fixed a mistake I made on my order - really appreciated it thanks!

Efficient and friendly service, followed up by a lovely pizza.